Parenting plans must address: details regarding the responsibilities of each parent regarding daily tasks; time-sharing schedules; responsibilities of each parent regarding healthcare, school matters, and other activities; details regarding the "methods and technologies" parents use in communicating with the child; and, where warranted, designated locations for pick up and drop off of the child.

Under Florida criminal law, the principle of concurrence refers to the requirement that a defendant's intent and their actions must align to establish criminal liability. Clearly stated: a criminal defendant must possess the requisite intent to commit the crime AND take steps toward performing some act that furthers the commission of that crime.  The guilty mind (intent/mens rea) and guilty act (actus reus) must both be present. This is particularly important under the framew

WHAT IS THE BRADY RULE? The Brady Rule was initially announced in the United States Supreme Court case Brady v. Maryland , 373 U.S. 83 (1963). In 1963, the Brady Court held "that the suppression by the prosecution of evidence favorable to an accused upon request violates due process where the evidence is material either to guilt or to punishment, irrespective of the good faith or bad faith of the prosecution." [1]  Several additional Supreme Court cases were subsequently deci

An injunction is commonly referred to as a restraining order. In Florida, an injunction is a court order that prohibits a person from contacting another person. Contacting an attorney to assist with your injunction is recommended to protect your rights.

Traffic citations may have greater impact than simply a fine.

Whether or not to file a paternity action is an important decision for parents and children.